Chef de Partie

Utilita Arena; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Rate of Pay

Flexible Working

Weekly Pay

Sociable Workforce

Opportunities to Grow

Job summary

Legends Global is seeking a Chef de Partie for Olympia London, a historic venue renowned for high-volume events and exceptional food experiences.

You will manage your designated kitchen section, support Head Chef and Sous Chefs, ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards, and help drive consistency, efficiency and guest satisfaction across all services.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Strong culinary knowledge with a passion for producing high-quality food and delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• Excellent organisation and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced team environment.
• An understanding of food cost control, stock management, food safety and kitchen operational standards.
• A flexible and proactive approach, with availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays and event days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes to specification, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency and service standards at all times.
• Manage your designated kitchen section, including food preparation, stock rotation, replenishment, storage, opening and closing procedures.
• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chefs with menu development, continuous improvement initiatives and the successful delivery of restaurant and event services.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting, while supporting effective stock control, food cost management, waste reduction and commercial performance.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams, ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, health & safety and company procedures.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Culinary knowledge

Organisation & multitasking

Food cost & stock management

Flexibility & commitment to event days

Job description

The Venue

A landmark where heritage meets modern ambition, with seven versatile event spaces under one historic roof, Olympia London is one of the world’s most distinctive event destinations. Since opening in 1886, its iconic Victorian spaces have hosted global conferences, exhibitions and consumer shows at an extraordinary scale.

The Role

The Chef de Partie plays a key role in delivering exceptional food experiences, managing their designated kitchen section and supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chefs in maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation and service. Working in a fast-paced, event-driven environment, you will contribute to smooth kitchen operations, ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards, and help drive consistency, efficiency and guest satisfaction across all services.

The Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes to specification, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency and service standards at all times.

• Manage your designated kitchen section, including food preparation, stock rotation, replenishment, storage, opening and closing procedures.

• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chefs with menu development, continuous improvement initiatives and the successful delivery of restaurant and event services.

• Maintain accurate records and reporting, while supporting effective stock control, food cost management, waste reduction and commercial performance.

• Work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams, ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, health & safety and company procedures.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment, ideally within high-volume hospitality, events, catering, restaurant or premium dining operations.

• Strong culinary knowledge with a passion for producing high-quality food and delivering outstanding guest experiences.

• Excellent organisation and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced team environment.

• An understanding of food cost control, stock management, food safety and kitchen operational standards.

• A flexible and proactive approach, with availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays and event days, while maintaining a strong commitment to health, safety and compliance.

What's in it for you?

Competitive Rate of Pay – Earn a strong hourly rate for your work.

Flexible Working – Choose shifts that fit around your lifestyle and commitments, helping you maintain a great work-life balance.

Weekly Pay – Get paid every week for the shifts you’ve worked.

Sociable Workforce – Join a diverse and friendly team from across the city. Our casual workforce forms the heart of what we do – it’s a great environment to meet people, make friends, and be part of exciting live events.

Opportunities to Grow – Gain valuable experience in the live events industry and access to opportunities across Legends Global.

Recruitment Process Outlined

• 1st Stage - Interview with the venue culinary team

Any offer to join our casual team will be subject to satisfactory pre-engagement checks. These may include verification of identity, proof of address and right to work in the UK. All checks will be carried out in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, and only information that is relevant, necessary and proportionate for the opportunity will be requested and processed.

Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality.

Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values of Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win... we create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Inclusive Workplace

At Legends Global , we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.

We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.

If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.